Environmental
The NJ Toxic Catastrophe Prevention Act (TCPA) is relevant to NJ real estate near industrial facilities because it:
ARegulates residential construction standards
BRequires facilities using extremely hazardous substances to implement risk management plans, which can affect nearby property values and land use✓ Correct
CGoverns only federal Superfund sites
DApplies only to properties in Atlantic City
Explanation
TCPA requires NJ facilities using certain extremely hazardous substances to prepare and implement risk management programs. Proximity to such facilities can affect surrounding real estate values and development patterns.
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